Higher Education Data & Research Internship Program

Higher Education Data & Research Internship Program

Organization: The Education Trust Inc

Overview:
The EdTrust Education Research Internship Program aims to train and build a diverse cohort of equity-minded data analysts and researchers to grow the field of higher education policy research. The program addresses the gap in current academic and professional training, particularly in areas of data analytics, data management, and cloud-based data systems.

Program Goals

• Increase awareness of higher education policy research and best practices for data analytics in the field
• Elevate student voice in higher ed access, affordability, and accountability metrics
• Provide skills training and continuing education
• Connect with a wide range of professionals and collaborators to learn about career opportunities in the field

Core Competencies Developed

• Higher education research and data analytics
• Policy content area expertise
• Writing for policy and research audiences

Core Activities

• Work on collaborative data projects and publications
• Present research and data at convenings or conferences
• Network with EdTrust experts and advocates
• Participate in community-based activities focused on creating an inclusive research cohort

Focus Areas

• Access, affordability, and accountability in higher education
• Student success for low-income students and students of color
• Postsecondary pathways and enrollment trends
• STEM equity and women of color in STEM
• Campus racial climate and student safety
• Debt-to-earnings outcomes

Eligibility

• Students pursuing advanced degrees (Master's, Ph.D.) or recent undergraduates
• Interest in higher education policy research and data analytics
• Commitment to equity-centered work
• Interns represent diverse backgrounds and educational experiences

Support

Program is supported by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and the Ichigo Foundation

Contact

Available through EdTrust's main website contact information